Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in North Carolina

$24,812 $80,524
10th pct Median: $46,816 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$24,812
25th Percentile$33,708
50th (Median)$46,816
75th Percentile$64,606
90th (Top Earners)$80,524
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The North Carolina median salary of $46,816 for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers has the purchasing power of approximately $48,214 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

North Carolina's lower cost of living (COL index: 97.1) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in North Carolina?
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in North Carolina earn a median annual salary of $46,816 per year ($22.51/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $50,340.
Is North Carolina a good state for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers?
North Carolina pays slightly below the national average for heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers. Cost of living in North Carolina is near the national average (COL index: 97.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in North Carolina?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 97.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $46,816 salary in North Carolina has the purchasing power of approximately $48,214 in Missouri. Lower living costs in North Carolina increase real purchasing power.
How does North Carolina compare to neighboring states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in North Carolina

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $308,946
2 Radiologists $288,226
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $284,785
4 Neurologists $274,908
5 Surgeons, All Other $273,904
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $252,848
7 Psychiatrists $232,312
8 Physicians, Pathologists $226,846
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in North Carolina

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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